Job description

Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report, 2022-2023) and ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. We have a vast array of opportunities ranging from Nursing, Clinical, to Finance, IT, Administrative, Research and Support Services to name a few. Across all locations, you’ll find career opportunities that support diversity, equity and inclusion. At Mayo Clinic, we invest in you with opportunities for growth and development and our benefits and compensation package are highly competitive. We invite you to be a part of our team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!

The Mayo Clinic Department of Pharmacy currently has five pharmacy technician levels (I, II, III, IV, and V). Levels are based on a variety of criteria such as certification, experience, and education. Individuals can advance to higher levels through a self-discipline process. External candidates may be hired to a higher level if they already possess the specific requirements. The minimum requirements listed below are the for the Pharmacy Tech I level, which is the minimum that must be met for all levels.

Mayo Clinic offers a variety of employee benefits. For additional information please visit Mayo Clinic Benefits. Eligibility may vary.

Position description
Pharmacy Technician levels 1 - 5:
Assists the pharmacist in providing optimal pharmaceutical care to the patient. Gathers, labels and distributes medications accurately and efficiently. Packages, prepares and safely compounds medications including hazardous substances accurately and efficiently. Handles, manages and distributes controlled substances in compliance with regulatory requirements and department policies; and assists with drug diversion surveillance. Assists with maintaining accurate medication inventories and billing of medications. Effectively communicates utilizing established systems and processes. Performs responsibilities and duties of the job in a manner that is attentive to age and ability considerations.

Qualifications
Note: These qualifications apply to the Pharmacy Technician Level 1, which is the minimum qualification that must be met for all levels.

High School diploma or equivalent. Experience with the use of office software computer applications and keyboarding.

Additional qualifications
Effectively reads, writes, speaks and understands English. Able to learn technical tasks. Able to follow written and verbal directions. Able to apply math and calculator skills along with a working knowledge of the metric system. Possess strong telephone and verbal communication skills.
Prior experience as a hospital pharmacy technician. Demonstrated ability to work in a busy environment and pay attention to detail. Proven organizational and problem solving skills. Proven ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment.
No history of drug abuse or misuse; or proof of successful completion of a certified drug abuse rehabilitation program is required.

License or certification
Current registration with the Board of Pharmacy where required by state regulation. National Pharmacy Technician certification within 12 months of hire.

Exemption status
Non-exempt

Compensation Detail
$18.14 - $24.67 / hour - Range covers Levels 1 - 5

Benefits eligible
Yes

Schedule
Full Time

Hours / Pay period
40

Schedule details
The individual hired for this position will staff a combination of day, evening, and weekend shifts.

Weekend schedule
Every other weekend

Remote
No

International Assignment
No

Site description
Eau Claire, with a metro area of 163,000 is home to the 11,000 students at the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire. Strong schools, low crime rate, and a reasonable cost of living may be expected. With an abundance of outdoor activities, The city also serves as the retail center for west central Wisconsin and the major metro area of Minneapolis/St. Paul is 90 minutes away. Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire is recognized as a Best Hospital in Northwestern Wisconsin and within the top 5 for Hospitals in Wisconsin (U.S. News & World Report, 2021-2022).

Recruiter
Lauren Brandt

EOE
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

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